MINI Countryman (2018 year). Manual

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CONTROLS

Opening and closing

Functional requirements

Profile management

For the system to be able to identify the driver

profile associated to a particular driver, the de-

Selecting a driver profile

tected remote control must be clearly allocated

Regardless of the remote control in use, a dif-

to the driver.

ferent driver profile may be activated. This al-

lows you to call up personal vehicle settings,

This is the case when:

even if you did not unlock the vehicle with your

▷ The driver is only carrying his or her own re-

own remote control.

mote control.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

▷ The driver unlocks the vehicle.

"My MINI"

▷ The driver gets into the vehicle through the

driver's door.

2. "Driver profiles"

3. Select driver profile.

Settings

4. "OK"

The settings for the following systems and func-

▷ All settings stored in the called-up driver

tions are stored in the active profile. The scope

profile are automatically applied.

of storable settings depends on country and

equipment.

▷ The called-up driver profile is assigned to

the remote control being used at the time.

▷

Unlocking and locking.

▷ If the driver profile is already assigned to a

▷

Lights.

different remote control, this driver profile

▷

Radio.

will apply to both remote controls.

▷

Instrument cluster.

▷

Programmable memory buttons.

Using a guest profile

The guest profile is for individual settings that

▷

Volumes, tone.

are stored in none of the three personal driver

▷

Control Display.

profiles.

▷

Climate control.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

▷

Navigation.

"My MINI"

▷

PDC Park Distance Control.

2. "Driver profiles"

▷

Rearview camera.

3. "Drive off (guest)"

▷

Head-up Display.

4. "OK"

▷

MINI Driving Modes.

The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not

▷

Intelligent Safety.

assigned to the current remote control.

▷

Driver's seat position, exterior mirror posi-

tion.

Renaming a driver profile

Both the positions saved via the seat mem-

A personal name can be assigned to the active

ory and the last position set are saved.

driver profile to avoid confusion between the

driver profiles.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

"My MINI"

2. "Driver profiles"

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3. Select driver profile.

The existing settings of the active driver profile

are overwritten with the settings of the im-

The driver profile marked with this sym-

ported driver profile.

bol can be renamed.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

4. "Change driver profile name"

5. Enter profile name.

"My MINI"

Select the symbol.

2. "Driver profiles"

3. Select the driver profile to overwrite.

Resetting a driver profile

The driver profile marked with this sym-

The settings of the driver profile currently in use

bol can be overwritten.

are reset to their factory settings.

4. "Import driver profile (USB)"

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

Select USB storage device as needed.

"My MINI"

5. Select the driver profile to be imported.

2. "Driver profiles"

3. Select driver profile.

Displaying driver profiles during start

The driver profiles can be displayed during each

The driver profile marked with this sym-

start to select the desired profile.

bol can be reset.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

4. "Reset driver profile"

5. "OK"

"My MINI"

2. "Driver profiles"

Exporting driver profiles

3. "Show driver profiles at startup"

Most settings of the active driver profile can be

exported.

System limits

Exporting is helpful when storing and retrieving

A clear assignment between the remote control

personal settings, for instance before delivering

and driver may not be possible in the following

the vehicle to a workshop. The stored driver

cases, for example.

profiles can be taken into another vehicle.

▷ The passenger unlocks the vehicle with his

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

or her own remote control, but another

person is driving.

"My MINI"

▷ The driver unlocks the vehicle via Comfort

2. "Driver profiles"

Access and has multiple remote controls

3. Select driver profile.

with him or her.

The driver profile marked with this sym-

▷ The driver changes, but the vehicle is not

bol can be exported.

locked and unlocked.

4. "Export driver profile (USB)"

▷ Multiple remote controls are located out-

Select USB storage device as needed.

side of the vehicle.

Importing driver profiles

Profiles stored on a USB storage device can be

imported via the USB interface.

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CONTROLS

Opening and closing

Depending on optional features and country

Settings

version, this setting is not offered in some

cases.

General information

Depending on your vehicle's equipment and

Adjusting the last seat and mirror

the country version, various settings for open-

position

ing and closing are possible.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

These settings are stored for the driver profile,

refer to page 61, currently used.

"My MINI"

2. "Driver profiles"

Unlocking

3. Select driver profile.

The setting can be made for the driver

Doors

profile marked with this symbol.

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

4. "Last seat position automatic"

"My MINI"

When the vehicle is unlocked, the driver's seat

2. "Vehicle settings"

and exterior mirrors resume their last set posi-

3. "Doors/Key"

tions.

4. "Driver's door" or "All doors"

The most recent position is independent of the

positions saved via the seat memory.

5. Select desired setting:

▷ "Driver's door only"

Automatic locking

Only the driver's door and the fuel filler

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

flap are unlocked. Pressing again un-

locks the entire vehicle.

"My MINI"

▷ "All doors"

2. "Vehicle settings"

The entire vehicle is unlocked.

3. "Doors/Key"

4. Select desired setting:

Tailgate

▷ "Lock automatically"

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

The vehicle locks automatically after a

"My MINI"

short period of time if no door is

opened after unlocking.

2. "Vehicle settings"

▷ "Lock after starting to drive"

3. "Doors/Key"

The vehicle locks automatically after

4. Select desired setting:

you drive off.

▷ "Tailgate"

Depending on your vehicle's optional

Automatic unlocking

features, the tailgate is either unlocked

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

or opened.

"My MINI"

▷ "Tailgate and door(s)"

2. "Vehicle settings"

Depending on your vehicle's optional

features, the tailgate is either unlocked

3. "Doors/Key"

or opened and the doors unlocked.

4. "Unlock at end of trip"

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After the engine is switched off by pressing

▷ By flashing the daytime running lights.

the Start/Stop button, the locked vehicle is

automatically unlocked.

Overview

Confirmation signals from the vehicle

Via the Central Information Display (CID):

"My MINI"

2. "Vehicle settings"

3. "Doors/Key"

4. Deactivate or activate the desired confir-

mation signals.

▷ "Flash for lock/unlock"

Indicator light in the roof fin.

Unlocking is signaled by two flashes,

locking by one.

▷ With alarm system:

"Acoustic signal for lock/unlock"

Unlocking is signaled by one honk of

the horn.

Alarm system

Indicator light on the interior mirror.

General information

When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm

Switching on/off

system reacts to the following changes:

When you unlock and lock the vehicle, either

▷ Unauthorized opening of a door, the hood

with the remote control or with Comfort Access,

or the tailgate.

the alarm system is switched off and on at the

same time.

▷ Movements in the car's interior.

▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at-

Opening the doors with the alarm

tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing

system switched on

the vehicle.

The alarm system is triggered when a door is

▷ Disconnected battery voltage.

opened if the door was unlocked using the

▷ Improper use of the socket for Onboard Di-

integrated key in the door lock.

agnosis.

Switching off the alarm, refer to page 66.

The alarm system signals these changes visually

and acoustically:

Opening the tailgate with the alarm

▷ Acoustic alarm.

system switched on

Depending on local regulations, the acous-

The tailgate can be opened even when the

tic alarm may be suppressed.

alarm system is switched on.

▷ By switching on the hazard warning system.

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Opening and closing

After the tailgate is closed, it is locked and

Interior motion sensor

monitored again provided the doors are

The windows and the glass sunroof must be

locked. The hazard warning system flashes

closed for the system to function properly.

once.

Avoiding unintentional alarms

Panic mode

You can trigger the alarm system if you find

General information

yourself in a dangerous situation.

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor

▷ Press button on the remote control

can trigger an alarm, although no unauthorized

and hold for at least 3 seconds.

action occurred.

▷ Briefly press the button on the remote con-

Possible situations for an unwanted alarm:

trol three times in succession.

▷ In automatic vehicle washes.

▷ In duplex garages.

To switch off the alarm: press any button.

▷ During transport on trains carrying vehicles,

Signals of the indicator lights

at sea or on a trailer.

▷

The indicator light flashes briefly every

▷ With animals in the vehicle.

2 seconds:

▷ At the gas station: if the vehicle is locked af-

The alarm system is switched on.

ter refueling starts.

▷

Indicator light flashes for approx. 10 sec-

The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion

onds, then it flashes briefly every 2 sec-

sensor can be switched off in such situations.

onds:

Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and

Interior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor

interior motion sensor

are not active, as doors, hood, or tailgate

are not correctly closed. Correctly closed

Press the remote control button again

access points are secured.

within 10 seconds as soon as the vehi-

When the still open access points are

cle is locked.

closed, interior motion sensor and tilt alarm

The indicator light lights up for approx. 2 sec-

sensor will be switched on.

onds and then continues to flash.

▷

The indicator light goes out after unlocking:

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor

The vehicle has not been tampered with.

are switched off until the vehicle is locked

again.

▷

The indicator light flashes after unlocking

until the engine ignition is switched on, but

no longer than approx. 5 minutes:

Switching off the alarm

An alarm has been triggered.

▷ Unlock the vehicle with the remote control

or switch on the ignition, if needed through

Tilt alarm sensor

emergency detection of remote control, re-

fer to page 53.

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.

▷ With Comfort Access: If you have the re-

The alarm system responds in situations such as

mote control with you, unlock the vehicle

attempts to steal a wheel or when the vehicle is

using the button on the driver's side or pas-

towed.

senger side door.

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Opening and closing

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Convenient opening via the remote control, re-

Power windows

fer to page 51.

General information

Closing

If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the

windows are automatically closed except a

▷

Pull the switch to the resistance point.

gap.

The window closes while the switch is being

held.

Safety information

WARNING

▷

Pull the switch beyond the resistance

When operating the windows, body parts

point.

and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of

The window closes automatically if the door

injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure

is closed. Pulling the switch again stops the

that the area of movement of the windows is

motion.

clear during opening and closing.◀

Convenient closing via the remote control, refer

to page 51.

Overview

Closing via Comfort Access, refer to page 56.

Jam protection system

General information

If closing force exceeds a specific threshold as a

window closes, closing is interrupted.

The window opens slightly.

Safety information

Power windows

WARNING

Accessories on the windows such as an-

Safety switch

tennas can impact jam protection. There is a

risk of injury. Do not install accessories in the

area of movement of the windows.◀

Opening

Closing without the jam protection

▷

Press the switch to the resistance

system

point.

In case of danger from the outside or if ice

The window opens while the switch is being

might prevent normal closing, proceed as fol-

held.

lows:

▷

Press the switch beyond the resist-

ance point.

Pull the switch past the resistance

point and hold it there.

The window opens automatically. Pressing

the switch again stops the motion.

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Opening and closing

The window closes with limited jam protec-

Initializing the system

tion. If the closing force exceeds a specific

The system can be initialized when the vehicle

threshold, closing is interrupted.

is stationary and the engine is running.

During initialization, the affected window

Pull the switch past the resistance

closes without jam protection.

point again within approx. 4 seconds and

hold it there.

WARNING

The window closes without jam protection.

When operating the windows, body parts

and objects can be jammed. There is a risk of

Safety switch

injury or risk of damage to property. Make sure

that the area of movement of the windows is

General information

clear during opening and closing.◀

The safety switch in the driver's door can be

1. Open the affected window completely.

used to prevent children, for instance from

opening and closing the rear windows using

Pull the switch to the resistance point

the switches in the rear.

and hold.

If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the

The window closes.

safety function is switched off automatically.

Continue holding the switch pulled to

Switching on/off

the resistance point.

Press button.

The window opens and closes once or twice

The LED lights up if the safety function

after approx. 15 seconds, depending on the

is switched on.

vehicle's equipment.

4. Release switch.

Malfunction

General information

Panoramic glass sun-

In certain situations a window can only be op-

roof

erated to a limited extent.

▷ After a power failure during the opening or

General information

closing process, the a window can only be

In the event of a severe accident, the glass sun-

operated to a limited extent. The system

roof is automatically closed.

must be initialized in this case.

▷ The power window motors are equipped

Safety information

with overheating protection. If a window is

WARNING

opened and closed several times within a

Body parts can be jammed when operat-

short period of time, the overheating pro-

ing the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury.

tection switches the motor off temporarily.

Make sure that the area of movement of the

Depending on the degree of overheating, it

glass sunroof is clear during opening and clos-

may only be possible to close the window

ing.◀

or it may not be possible to operate it at all.

In this case: allow the power window motor

to cool down.

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Overview

Comfort position

In some models, the wind noises in the car's in-

terior are lowest when the glass sunroof is not

fully open. In these models, the automatic

function initially only opens the glass sunroof

up to this comfort position.

Pressing the switch again opens the glass sun-

roof fully.

Closing glass sunroof

Tilting the glass sunroof

With the glass sunroof open

Press back the switch up to or

▷ Slide switch forward to the

beyond the resistance point and

resistance point and hold.

release it.

The glass sunroof is closed as

The glass sunroof is raised.

long as the switch is pressed

and stops in the raised posi-

tion.

Opening glass sunroof

▷ Press the switch forward beyond the resist-

ance point and release it.

When the glass sunroof is closed

The glass sunroof is closed and stops in the

Press the switch back beyond

raised position.

the resistance point and release

Pressing the switch again stops the motion.

it twice.

▷ Press the switch forward beyond the resist-

The glass sunroof is opened.

ance point and release it twice.

Pressing the switch again stops

The glass sunroof is closed.

the motion.

Pressing the switch again stops the motion.

With the glass sunroof completely

raised

▷ Slide switch back to the re-

Press the switch forward beyond

sistance point and hold.

the resistance point and release

The glass sunroof is opened

it.

as long as the switch is

The glass sunroof is closed.

pressed.

▷ Press the switch back beyond the resist-

ance point and release it.

Jam protection system

The glass sunroof is opened.

General information

Pressing the switch again stops the motion.

If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a

glass sunroof closes, the closing action is inter-

rupted.

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Opening and closing

The glass sunroof opens slightly.

Closing without the jam protection

system

If there is an external danger, proceed as fol-

lows:

1. Push the switch forward past the resistance

point and hold it.

The glass sunroof closes with limited jam

protection. If the closing force exceeds a

specific threshold, closing is interrupted.

2. Push the switch forward again past the re-

sistance point and hold until the glass sun-

roof closes without jam protection. Make

sure that the closing area is clear.

Initializing after a power interruption

After a power failure during the opening or

closing process, the glass sunroof can only be

operated to a limited extent. The system must

be initialized in this case. MINI recommends

having this work performed only by a dealer's

service center or another qualified service cen-

ter or repair shop.

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Settings

CONTROLS

Settings

WARNING

Vehicle features and op-

With a backrest inclined too far to the

tions

rear, the efficacy of safety gear, including safety

This chapter describes all standard, country-

belts can no longer be ensured. There is a risk

specific and optional features offered with the

of sliding under the safety belt in an accident.

series. It also describes features that are not

There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Ad-

necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due

just the seat prior to starting the trip. Adjust the

to the selected options or country versions. This

backrest so that it is in the most upright posi-

also applies to safety-related functions and sys-

tion as possible and do not adjust again while

tems. When using these functions and systems,

driving.◀

the applicable laws and regulations must be

WARNING

observed.

There is a risk of jamming when moving

the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam-

age to property. Make sure that the area of

Sitting safely

movement of the seat is clear prior to any ad-

An ideal seating position that meets the needs

justment.◀

of the occupants can make a vital contribution

to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.

Manually adjustable seats

In the event of an accident, the correct seating

position plays an important role. Follow the in-

Overview

formation in the following chapters:

▷ Seats, refer to page 71.

▷ Safety belts, refer to page 75.

▷ Head restraints, refer to page 76.

▷ Airbags, refer to page 134.

Front seats

Forward/backward

Safety information

Thigh support

WARNING

Height

Seat adjustments while driving can lead

Backrest tilt

to unexpected movements of the seat. Vehicle

control could be lost. There is a risk of an acci-

dent. Only adjust the seat on the driver's side

when the vehicle is stationary.◀

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Settings

Forward/backward

Lumbar support

The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad-

justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re-

gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine

are supported for upright posture.

Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired

direction.

After releasing the lever, move the seat forward

or back slightly making sure it engages prop-

erly.

Turn the wheel in order to increase or decrease

the curvature.

Height

Electrically adjustable seats

General information

The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored

for the profile currently used. When the vehicle

is unlocked via the remote control, the position

is automatically retrieved if the function, refer

to page 64, is activated for this purpose.

The current seat position can be stored using

the memory function, refer to page 79.

Pull the lever up or press it down as often as

needed to reach the desired height.

Overview

Backrest tilt

Memory function

Lumbar support

Pull the lever and apply your weight to the

backrest or lift it off, as necessary.

Backrest tilt

Forward/backward, height, seat tilt

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Forward/backward

Backrest tilt

Push switch forward or backward.

Move switch forward or backward.

Height

Lumbar support

Concept

The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad-

justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re-

gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine

are supported for upright posture.

Settings

▷ Press the front/rear section

Push switch up or down.

of the button:

The curvature is increased/

decreased.

Seat tilt

▷ Press the upper/lower sec-

tion of the button:

The curvature is shifted up/

down.

Thigh support

Move switch up or down.

Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust

the thigh support.

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Settings

Front seat heating

WARNING

Unexpected movements of the backrest

Overview

while driving may occur due to unintentional

unlocking of the rear backrests by the straps.

There is a risk of injury. Do not fasten any ob-

jects to the straps for unlocking the rear back-

rests.◀

Forward/backward

General information

The rear seat is divided at a ratio of 60 to 40.

Seat heating

The left seat is connected to the center section.

Settings

Switching on

Press button once for each tempera-

ture level.

The maximum temperature is reached when

three LEDs are lit.

If the trip is continued within approx. 15 mi-

nutes after a stop, seat heating is activated au-

tomatically with the temperature selected last.

When GREEN Mode is activated, refer to

Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired

page 210, the heater output is reduced.

direction.

After releasing the lever, move the seat forward

Switching off

or back slightly making sure it engages prop-

erly.

Press and hold the button, until the

LEDs go out.

Backrest tilt

Rear seats

Safety information

WARNING

There is a risk of jamming when folding

down the center armrest in the rear. There is a

risk of injury. Make sure that the area of move-

ment of the center armrest is clear during fold-

Pull the strap and apply your weight to the

ing down.◀

backrest or lift it off, as necessary.

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Settings

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during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is

Safety belts

a risk of injuries or danger to life. Make sure

that all occupants are wearing safety belts cor-

Number of safety belts and safety belt

rectly.◀

buckles

The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to en-

WARNING

sure occupant safety. However, they can only

The efficacy of safety gear, including

offer protection when adjusted correctly.

safety belts, may not be fully functional or fail in

The two outer safety belt buckles of the rear

the following situations:

seat are intended for the persons sitting on the

▷ The safety belts or safety belt buckles are

left and right.

damaged, soiled, or changed in any other

The center safety belt buckle of the rear seat is

way.

intended for the person sitting in the middle.

▷ Belt tensioners or belt retractors were

modified.

General information

Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in

Always make sure that safety belts are being

the event of an accident. There is a risk of inju-

worn by all occupants before driving off. Al-

ries or danger to life. Do not modify safety

though airbags enhance safety by providing

belts, safety belt buckles, belt tensioners, belt

added protection, they are not a substitute for

retractors or belt anchors and keep them clean.

safety belts.

Have the safety belts checked after an accident

If needed, disengage the safety belt in the rear

at the dealer’s service center or another quali-

from the belt buckle on the side.

fied service center or repair shop.◀

The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will

be correct for adult seat occupants of every

Correct use of safety belts

build if the seat is correctly adjusted.

▷ Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight to

your body over your lap and shoulders.

Safety information

▷ Wear the safety belt deep on your hips over

WARNING

your lap. The safety belt may not press on

Use of a safety belt to buckle more than

your stomach.

one person will potentially defeat the ability of

▷ Do not rub the safety belt against sharp

the safety belt to serve its protective func-

edges, or guide it or jam it in across hard or

tion.There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.

fragile objects.

Do not allow more than one person to wear a

▷ Avoid thick clothing.

single safety belt. Infants and children are not

▷ Re-tighten the safety belt frequently up-

allowed on an occupant's lap, but must be

ward around your upper body.

transported and secured in designated child re-

straint systems.◀

Buckling the safety belt

WARNING

1. Slowly guide the safety belt out of the

The efficacy of safety gear, including

holder when fastening it.

safety belts, can be limited or lost when safety

belts are fastened incorrectly. An incorrectly

fastened safety belt can cause additional inju-

ries, for instance in the event of an accident or

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Settings

2. Insert the tongue plate into the safety belt

Unbuckling the safety belt

buckle. The safety belt buckle must engage

1. Hold the safety belt firmly.

audibly.

2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.

3. Use the buckle tongue, arrow 1, to open

the second safety belt buckle, arrow 2.

Unbuckling the safety belt

1. Hold the safety belt firmly.

4. Guide the safety belt to the mount in the

2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.

roofliner.

3. Guide the safety belt back into its roll-up

mechanism.

Safety belt reminder for driver's seat

and front passenger seat

Middle safety belt in the rear

Display in the instrument cluster

Buckling the safety belt

The indicator light lights up and a signal

sounds. Make sure that the safety belts

are positioned correctly. The safety belt

reminder can also be activated if objects are

placed on the front passenger seat.

Front head restraints

Safety information

1. Pull the buckle tongues out of the mounts

in the roof.

WARNING

2. Insert the lower buckle tongue in the belt

A missing protective effect due to re-

buckle, arrow 1.

moved or not correctly adjusted head restraints

3. Insert the upper buckle tongue in the belt

can cause injuries in the head and neck area.

buckle, arrow 2.

There is a risk of injury.

Safety belt buckles must audibly click into

▷ Before driving, install the removed head re-

place.

straints on the occupied seats.

▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center sup-

ports the back of the head at as close to

eye level as possible.

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Settings

CONTROLS

▷ Adjust the distance so that the head re-

After setting the height, move the head re-

straint is as close as possible to the back of

straint up or down slightly, making sure it en-

the head. Adjust the distance via the back-

gages properly.

rest tilt as needed.◀

WARNING

Removing: John Cooper Works sport

Body parts can be jammed when moving

seat

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

The head restraints cannot be removed.

Make sure that the area of movement is clear

when moving the head restraint.◀

Removing

Only remove the head restraint if no one will be

WARNING

sitting in the seat in question.

Objects on the head restraint reduce the

protective effect in the head and neck area.

There is a risk of injury.

▷ Do not use seat or head restraint covers.

▷ Do not hang objects, for instance clothes

hangers, directly on the head restraint.

▷ Only use accessories that have been deter-

mined to be safe for attachment to a head

restraint.

▷ Do not use any accessories, for instance pil-

1. Fold the seat backrest forward if needed.

lows, while driving.◀

2. Pull head restraint up as far as possible.

3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the

Adjusting the height: John Cooper

head restraint out completely.

Works sport seat

The height of the head restraints cannot be ad-

Installing

justed.

Proceed in the reverse order to install the head

restraint.

Adjusting the height

Rear head restraints

Safety information

WARNING

A missing protective effect due to re-

moved or not correctly adjusted head restraints

can cause injuries in the head and neck area.

▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

There is a risk of injury.

push the head restraint down.

▷ Before driving, install the removed head re-

▷ To raise: push the head restraint up.

straints on the occupied seats.

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CONTROLS

Settings

▷ Adjust the head restraint so its center sup-

Fold down

ports the back of the head at as close to

eye level as possible.

▷ Adjust the distance so that the head re-

straint is as close as possible to the back of

the head. Adjust the distance via the back-

rest tilt as needed.◀

WARNING

Body parts can be jammed when moving

the head restraint. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that the area of movement is clear

▷ To fold down: press the button, arrow 1,

when moving the head restraint.◀

and press down the head restraint, arrow 2.

▷ Forward: fold the head restraint toward the

WARNING

front as far as it will go. Make sure that the

Objects on the head restraint reduce the

head restraint engages correctly.

protective effect in the head and neck area.

There is a risk of injury.

Removing

▷ Do not use seat or head restraint covers.

Only remove the head restraint if no one will be

▷ Do not hang objects, for instance clothes

sitting in the seat in question.

hangers, directly on the head restraint.

▷ Only use accessories that have been deter-

mined to be safe for attachment to a head

restraint.

▷ Do not use any accessories, for instance pil-

lows, while driving.◀

Adjusting the height

1. Fold down the rear seat backrest, refer to

page 196, in question.

2. Pull head restraint up against the resist-

ance.

3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the

head restraint out completely.

Installing

▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

Proceed in the reverse order to install the head

push the head restraint down.

restraint.

▷ To raise: push the head restraint up.

After setting the height, move the head re-

straint up or down slightly, making sure it en-

gages properly.

MINI Countryman (2018 year). Manual - part 4